Friday, July 28

Community paddle

CANTON — Nature Up North will host a community paddle and birdwatching on Little River Friday, July 28, 6:30-8 p.m., launching from the Little River Boat Launch. Join Nature Up North to learn about the birds that take advantage of local rivers, and to spot and identify the birds of the Little and Grasse Rivers. Canoes, paddles, and adult life jackets are provided, but space is limited so RSVP by emailing info@natureupnorth.org. https://www.natureupnorth.org/event/community-paddle-birdwatching-little-river .

Book sale

BRASHER FALLS — The Friends of the Badenhausen Public Library will hold a book sale during the Tri-Town Summer Festival on Friday, July 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. near the gazebo on the corner of Factory Street and Route 11C. Adult hardcover books will be $2. Adult paperback, young adult and children’s books will all be $1. Books in all genres, including a variety of cookbooks. For further information call the library at (315) 389-5033.

Open skate night

HERMON – Open skate night will be held at Lazy River Playground and Retreat Center, 456 Lazy River Road, July 28 from 5-8 p.m. Children 10 and under and those just learning will skate from 5-6 p.m. Experienced skaters of any age will skate from 6-8 p.m. $10 per person to skate. Mini-golf will be open $5 per person. Call or text 860-488-1895 or email lazyriverplayground@gmail.com to register.

Steelin’ Country

NORFOLK — Steelin’ Country will perform for the Norfolk Concert Series Friday, July 28 at 6 p.m. in Norfolk Memorial Garden Park on Main Street. Free; donations are accepted. Donate, info: Norfolkconcertseries.com; norfolkconcertseries@gmail.com or 315-244-7787.

Seaway Festival

OGDENSBURG — The 2023 Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival has dozens of events scheduled from July 21-30 in downtown Ogdensburg. Concert in the Park, At All Times, 5-7 p.m., Library Park; Concert In The Park, Common Revolution, 7-10 p.m., Library Park; Fireworks Spectacular, 8 p.m., Library Park. www.ogdensburgseawayfestival.org/event-calendar.

Beartracks

WADDINGTON — The next performance for the Waddington Summer Concert Series is Beartracks on July 28 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the pavilion at Island View Park rain or shine. The band plays traditional country and bluegrass music featuring the sibling harmony of Tom Venne and Julie Hogan — spare, rootsy and beautiful. More information about the events can be found on the Waddington Concert Series website and Facebook page. Concerts are always free, but donations are gratefully accepted.

OFA Class of ’73 reunion

OGDENSBURG — The Ogdensburg Free Academy Class of 1973 50th Reunion will be July 28-30. Registration is Friday, July 28, with tour of OFA at 10 a.m. A golf tournament will be held at St Lawrence State Park Golf Club at noon on Route 37 for classmates and their guests. $20/person, includes cart. Pay in advance (913 Morris St. Ogdensburg, NY 13669) or at registration Friday. Info: 315-323-2610, 315-323-2008.

Class of 1983 reunion

OGDENSBURG — The OFA Class of 1983 40th Reunion will be held at the Freight House, 20 Market St., Friday, July 28, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Cost: $40, includes DJ, appetizers, buffet dinner. Info, RSVP: ofaclassof83@gmail.com .

Sat., July 29

Tri-Town Summer Festival

BRASHER FALLS — Tri-Town Summer Festival frog jumping contest 10 a.m. at arena, parade at 11 a.m. from SLC Elementary School to Winthrop’ s Stewart's Shop, chicken BBQ at North Lawrence Fire Dept. 12-2 p.m., Carnival of Fun at arena 12-3 p.m., SLC Alumni Lacrosse 3 p.m.at SLC turf, steak dinner at Brasher-Winthrop Fire Dept. 4 p.m. takeouts/. 5 p.m.dine-in,
 

Charity motorcycle run

POTSDAM — The 5th Annual Sami Curtis Motorcycle Run will be July 29. Registration 9-11 a.m. at The Lodge @ Dreaming Tree Ranch, 185 Wilkinson Rd. Cost: $15/bike (driver) & $5/rider (passenger). Food, raffles, music after the run. Info: Paige Corbine, 315-854-5705, corbinepaige@gmail.com.

Music at Bayside

OGDENSBURG — Immediately following the Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival Parade Saturday, July 29, The Bayside Grill, 1702 Ford St., will feature DJ music from 1-3 p.m., live music by Andrew LaMora from 3-5 p.m., and live music by The BackWater Duo from 5-9 p.m. The BackWater Duo is comprised of Singer-Songwriter Shawn Stoddard and Radio Personality/Bassist Matt George. In addition to original music, The BackWater Duo play a variety of acoustic music ranging from the 70's to hits of today.

Fairy house building

CLARE — Nature Up North will host a Build Your Own Fairy House workshop on Saturday, July 29, 2:30-4 p.m., at Lampson Falls in Clare. Included in the workshop is a 15-20 minute walk along the trails to gather supplies, which attendees will then use to build the fairy houses. No prior knowledge or skill is necessary - just bring your imagination. More info: https://www.natureupnorth.org/event/build-your-own-fairy-house-2023 .

Beekeeping workshop

POTSDAM — The WISER Center at SUNY Potsdam and Local Living Venture are partnering to present a workshop for novice beekeepers, called “Hive Dive! How to ‘Read’ Your Honeybee Frames” from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, July 29 at the Lehman Park Community Garden site, on the river near Akwesasne Drive at Pierrepont Avenue (Rt. 56). Register by texting 315-347-4223 or send an email to LocalLivingVenture@gmail.com with name, email, phone and the number in your party. A free-will donation of any amount is appreciated, but not required, by the Local Living Venture to benefit their programming.

P-H class reunion

PARISHVILLE — Parishville-Hopkinton Class of 1988 Reunion & The Give A Little Bit Project will be held July 29 at Fireman’s Field (Amvets Hall), 25 Rutman Road. Schedule: noon outdoor lawn games, 3-7 p.m. DJ and karaoke, 7 p.m. Downtown band, food, cash bar. Donations welcome. Free bus ride home. The event will help raise funds for a new ambulance for the Parishville Rescue Squad.

Moth Week celebration

RENSSELEAR FALLS — National Moth Week Celebration at Indian Creek Nature Center will be Saturday, July 29, 9-11 p.m. Moth Week highlights the ecological importance and biodiversity of moths with local events around the world. ICNC staffers will use a blacklight and sugar baits to attract a variety of moths to identify, photograph, and discuss. Bring a headlamp or flashlight, and a camera. Mosquito repellent might be helpful as well. Info: nationalmothweek.org.

Christmas in July

HOPKINTON — The Hopkinton Historical Group will sponsor a “Christmas in July” craft sale on the Hopkinton Village Green July 29, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. There is still room for more crafters to set up as well. If you are a maker of homemade crafts and would like to rent a space for that day, or if you have questions about the event, contact Deb Bagnato at dmbag234@gmail.com or call 315-261-1653.

Phil Hurley concert

HEUVELTON – Pickens Hall, 83 State St., will host a series of concerts this summer at the Heuvelton boat launch, starting with a show by Phil Hurley and Friends on Saturday, July 29 at 7 p.m. Hurley, a Potsdam native, now of Texas, will play guitar and sing original music in a gentle country vibe. For more on his music, visit www.philhurleymusic.com. Info: 315-344-7950.

Fantasy Faire 4

MADRID — Fantasy Faire 4 will be held July 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., in Madrid Municipal Park. There will be games, live music, vendors, entertainment, metaphysical mysteries, food and more. Come in costume and enter our costume contest. To benefit Renewal House. Admission is a non-perishable food item or monetary donation. Hosted by the Town of Madrid and Madrid Dam Music Series.

SeawayFest underway

OGDENSBURG — The 2023 Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival has dozens of events scheduled from July 21-30 in downtown Ogdensburg. Seaway Festival Parade starts at Ford Street on July 29 at 11 a.m. www.ogdensburgseawayfestival.org/event-calendar for a complete schedule and details.

BackWater Duo

OGDENSBURG – The BackWater Duo will perform immediately following the Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival Parade Saturday, July 29 at The Bayside Grill, 1702 Ford St.

Moth Night

RENSSELAER FALLS — Indian Creek Nature Center is hosting “moth night” Saturday night July 29, from 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.across the country and around the world. The nature center will use blacklight and sugar baits to attract a variety of moths to identify, photograph, and discuss. Bring a headlamp or flashlight, camera, and mosquito repellent. It is part of National Moth Week. The free event will be led by Ray Erickson.

Inside yard sale

GOUVERNEUR — Gouverneur First United Methodist Church, 34 Grove St. (across from the post office), is hosting an inside yard sale on Friday, July 28, noon-7 p.m., and Saturday, July 29, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Adult and children’s clothes, shoes, jewelry, holiday/Christmas decorations, household items, art, home décor, books, toys, game and entertainment items, sports equipment, tools, hunting/fishing gear. Bag sale Saturday. Supports Gouverneur First UMC and its children’s ministries.

Music at Bayside

OGDENSBURG — Immediately following the Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival Parade Saturday, July 29, The Bayside Grill, 1702 Ford St., will feature DJ music from 1-3 p.m., live music by Andrew LaMora from 3-5 p.m., and live music by The BackWater Duo from 5-9 p.m. The BackWater Duo is comprised of Singer-Songwriter Shawn Stoddard and Radio Personality/Bassist Matt George. In addition to original music, The BackWater Duo play a variety of acoustic music ranging from the 70’s to hits of today.

Gelli plate printing

WADDINGTON — A gelli plate printing class with award-winning artist Aimee Douglass will be held at the Old Town Hall in Waddington on Saturday, July 29, 1-3:30 p.m. Students will learn to prepare a gelli plate for printing texture, photos, and/or shapes onto another surface. This application will be on paper using acrylic paint and stencils. All materials provided; but bring your own stencils if desired. Cost is $45. Minimum for class is 4 and maximum is 12. Must pre-register at 315-308-4410 or email lakesaintlawrencearts@gmail.com.

OFA Class of ’73 reunion

OGDENSBURG — The Ogdensburg Free Academy Class of 1973 50th Reunion will be July 28-30. Reunion buffet and dance is planned Saturday, July 29 from 5-11 p.m at GranView Restaurant. $30/person before 7/15; $35/person after 7/15. Class Photo at 5:45. Music by Double Axel 7-11 p.m.

Civil War Weekend

MADRID — Re-enactors onsite at Fort Tribute’s Civil War Weekend Saturday, July 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, July 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at St. Lawrence Power and Equipment Museum. Co-hosted by the St. Lawrence County Historical Association. Battle re-enactments Saturday, 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. Talks and demonstrations on women’s fashion, Mrs. Lincoln, medical practices, cooking, and songs related to the 1860s period. Muster drill, scavenger hunt and games for children. Gift shops; food.

Sunday, July 30

Tri-Town Summer Festival

BRASHER FALLS — Tri-Town Summer Festival  breakfast buffet at  Pit Stop Diner 8 a.m.-noon,  Morning market next to the pit stop will be open with local vendors, library family story hour 11 a.m., free car wash 12=2 p.m. Brasher-Winthrop Fire Dept., paint and sip class3 p.m.at Creative Endeavors, pick-up pickle ball for adults 3-4 p.m. behind arena.

Ustad Shaffat Khan

NORWOOD — The Norwood Village Green Concert Series will continue its 50th Anniversary Season on Sunday, July 30 with a special performance from touring classical Indian musician, Ustad Shaffat Khan at 7 p.m. Info: nvgcs.org or call 315-261-2866.

Songwriter concert

HAMMOND – The Iva Smith Memorial Gallery of Fine Art, 627 State Highway 37, will host a Gathering of Voices, in memory of artist Will Salisbury, on Sunday, July 30, 5 p.m., as part of the Yellow Barn Concert Series. Songwriters Mike Younger, Linda McRae, Kay Miracle and Penny Jo Pullus will perform. Proceeds benefit Hammond Area Food Bank. Tickets: donated dry goods, or $10. Info: 718-753-7947.

Community picnic

DEKALB — The Town of DeKalb Community Picnic will be held at Pipeline Park, Gibbons Street, Sunday, July 30, from 12-4 p.m. Pack a lunch, grab a blanket, and head on down to Pipeline Park for a laid-back community picnic. = Mingle with your neighbors, explore the playground with the kids, and spend Sunday in the park. Rain date of August 6.

Knotty Paddy

DEKALB —- The band Knotty Paddy will perform traditional Irish and Celtic rock at the Meetinghouse Museum, 696 E. DeKalb Rd. at 7 p.m. July 30. The concert is part of the annual series sponsored by the DeKalb Historical Association and is free and handicapped accessible. This band offers audiences foot tapping fun. Jamie Savage, Rick Kovacs, Douglas Riley, Ricz Kovacs, and Mike McBride perform on a variety of instruments from electric guitars to an Irish flute and create a distinct sound. For further information contact Linda Batt at Llinda.batt06@gmail.com.

Christian Unity Service

HEUVELTON — A Christian unity service with prayer, worship, and keynote speaker Bishop Sean Larkin on how to talk to Christians from different groups will be July 30, at 6 p.m. at Heuvelton Presbyterian Church, 63 Lisbon St.

SeawayFest underway

OGDENSBURG — The 2023 Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival has dozens of events scheduled from July 21-30 in downtown Ogdensburg. 3-on-3 on the river, 9 a.m., Morrisette Park, SEAWAY CRUISERS CAR SHOW: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Ford de La Presentation Area; DUCK RACE, 11 a.m. Ogdensburg City Pool; CRAFT & FARMERS MARKET, 12 to 4 p.m., City Property at Lighthouse Point; CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT, 1 p.m. Ogdensburg Moose Lodge; PETTING ZOO, 3 p.m. Ogdensburg Moose Lodge. Visit www.ogdensburgseawayfestival.org/event-calendar for a complete schedule and details.

Reptile,Insects programs

MASSENA — Two free Nicandri Nature Center programs will be offered Sunday, July 30. A herpetology reptile program with Zowie Auger will start at 10 a.m. Incredible Insects will begin at 2 p.m.

OFA Class of ’73 reunion

OGDENSBURG — The Ogdensburg Free Academy Class of 1973 50th Reunion will be July 28-30. On Sunday, July 30 a Memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Cathedral on Greene Street. All are welcome.

Christian Unity Service

HEUVELTON — A Christian Unity Service will be held Sunday, July 30 at 6 p.m. at Heuvelton Presbyterian Church, 63 Lisbon St. Prayer, worship, and Bishop Sean Larkin will speak on how to talk to Christians from different groups.

Autism conference

POTSDAM — The Institute for Learning Centered Education, headquartered in Potsdam, is hosting an autism planning conference from July 30-Aug. 1. Experts in the field of autism, parents of children with autism, school and community organization leaders, and people person with autism have been invited to attend. The goal of the conference is to design a plan to provide information to staff in schools and organizations who interact regularly with people with autism yet have no information to guide them. Info: Institutelce@gmail.com.

Civil War Weekend

MADRID — Re-enactors onsite at Fort Tribute’s Civil War Weekend Saturday, July 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, July 30, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., at St. Lawrence Power and Equipment Museum. Co-hosted by the St. Lawrence County Historical Association. Battle re-enactments Saturday, 4 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. Talks and demonstrations on women’s fashion, Mrs. Lincoln, medical practices, cooking, and songs related to the 1860s period. Muster drill, scavenger hunt and games for children. Gift shops; food.

Monday, July 31

K of C bingo

CANTON — Knights of Columbus of Canton, 30 Miner St., will host bingo on July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. First call at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door.

Broadband Bootcamp

AKWESASNE —- A free Tribal Broadband Bootcamp will be held from July 31-Aug. 2, hosted by Mohawk Networks in Akwesasne. The event brings together Indigenous high-speed Internet advocates to explore how Tribal Nations can bring broadband access to one of the least connected parts of the country. A three-day intensive learning experience focused on building Tribal Internet networks, where participants make connections and learn from experienced network operators, industry professionals, and broadband experts. Register: TribalBroadbandBootcamp.com.

Tuesday, Aug. 1

County Fair begins

GOUVERNEUR — The Gouverneur and St. Lawrence County Fair returns this year from Aug. 1-6 at the fairgrounds at 85 E. Barney St. This year’s fair will feature country recording star Dylan Scott, the popular demolition derby, fairway rides, animal exhibits, chainsaw carving demos, horse shows, livestock competitions, 4H and FFA shows, talent contest, live music, food, Rossaire’s Royal Racers and Eudora Farms Animals from Around the World. For a complete fair schedule visit https://www.gouverneurfair.net/images/Docs/Fair%20Schedule.pdf .

Weds., Aug. 2

Chorus, Hinkle

MADRID — The 2023 Madrid Dam Music Series will feature the MDMS Community Chorus (1st hour), Jeff Hinkle (2nd Hour) on Wednesday, Aug. 2 from 6-8 p.m.

County Fair underway

GOUVERNEUR — The Gouverneur and St. Lawrence County Fair returns this year from Aug. 1-6 at the fairgrounds at 85 E. Barney St. This year’s fair will feature country recording star Dylan Scott, the popular demolition derby, fairway rides, animal exhibits, chainsaw carving demos, horse shows, livestock competitions, 4H and FFA shows, talent contest, live music, food, Rossaire’s Royal Racers and Eudora Farms Animals from Around the World. For a complete fair schedule visit https://www.gouverneurfair.net/images/Docs/Fair%20Schedule.pdf .

New Orleans North

NORFOLK — New Orleans North will perform for the Norfolk Concert Series Sunday, Aug. 2 at 6 p.m. in Norfolk Memorial Garden Park on Main Street. Free; donations are accepted. Donate, info: Norfolkconcertseries.com; norfolkconcertseries@gmail.com or 315-244-7787.

Meet the author

POTSDAM — The Potsdam Rotary Club will host writer Holly Chorba, author of “It’s Okay… Scream in the Shower” at its meeting Wednesday, Aug. 2 at noon at the Potsdam Town Hall community room. RSVP to info@potsdamrotary.org. Chorba will discuss her writing and share personal stories of coping, how her book came to be, and how to use the information and inspiration it contains. Books will be available for purchase ($20) and signing. Info: potsdamrotary.org.

Thursday, Aug. 3

Atkinson Family

HERMON — The Atkinson Family Bluegrass Band will perform for Hermon’s Music on Main Street series in McBrier Park, behind the Senior Housing, 103 Canton St., McBrier Park Manor, on Thursday, Aug. 3 from 6-8 p.m. The popular recording and touring band plays bluegrass and Americana music from the foothills of the Adirondacks.

Norwoodstock

NORWOOD — The Norwood Village Green Concert Series will continue its 50th Anniversary Season on Thursday, Aug. 3 with Norwoodstock, a special celebratory gathering of local musicians surprises and felicitations, hosted by Andy Van Duyne. Info: nvgcs.org or call 315-261-2866.

County Fair underway

GOUVERNEUR — The Gouverneur and St. Lawrence County Fair returns this year from Aug. 1-6 at the fairgrounds at 85 E. Barney St. This year’s fair will feature country recording star Dylan Scott, the popular demolition derby, fairway rides, animal exhibits, chainsaw carving demos, horse shows, livestock competitions, 4H and FFA shows, talent contest, live music, food, Rossaire’s Royal Racers and Eudora Farms Animals from Around the World. For a complete fair schedule visit https://www.gouverneurfair.net/images/Docs/Fair%20Schedule.pdf .

Senior yoga

MORRISTOWN — Yoga expert Denise Kerr leads a free hour-long gentle yoga program for seniors Thursday, Aug. 3 at 1 p.m. at the Morristown Library. No previous experience needed. Part of the library’s Terrific Thursdays program.

Little River open house

CANTON — Little River Community School’s open house will be Thursday, Aug. 3, at 6:30 p.m. geared for students in grades K-2. Child-care and refreshments will be provided. There will be an informal discussion about the program and the philosophy of the school and time for questions and answers. www.littleriverschool.org.

Homecoming starts

WADDINGTON — Waddington’s Annual Homecoming Weekend, with the theme “Heroes vs. Villains: The Ultimate Showdown!,” on Thursday, Aug. 3 through Sunday Aug. 6. Thursday, Aug. 3 — 1-4 p.m. museum open house, Old Town Hall; 5:30-8 p.m. ice cream social at the Methodist Church; 5 p.m. Signups for the Talent Show at Island View Pavilion ($5 entry fee, judging will be based on talent & costume); 6 p.m. Talent Show at Island View Pavilion; 7 p.m. Teen Dance at the Old Town Hall. https://www.facebook.com/WaddingtonHomecoming .

Library Pet Show

CANTON — The Canton Free Library Pet Show for children 12 and younger and their pets will be Thursday, Aug. 3 at 2 p.m. in the Fellowship Room of the First Presbyterian Church. Animals should arrive by 1:50 p.m. Rules are posted at the library and on notice boards around Canton. Dogs must be vaccinated for rabies, distemper, hepatitis, bordetella, parinfluenza, parvovrius. Cats must be vaccinated for rabies and distemper. All pets get a ribbon and their child gets a prize. Info, register: 315-386-3712 ext 4.

Plein Air festival

MORRISTOWN – Morristown Public Library is hosting the 2023 Bell Gale Chevigny Plein Air Art Festival on Aug 3-6 with a gala silent auction on Sunday, Aug. 6 from noon-3 p.m. at Bella-Brooke Vineyard and Winery in Hammond. A 50-50 raffle to benefit the library will also be held. Info: 315-375-8833.

​​Munter Trail hike

POTSDAM – The Laurentian Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club organizes a short scenic walk on the Clarkson University Munter Trail every Thursday in August, starting at 7:30 a.m. The two-mile hike takes about an hour and is rated easy. Hikers can meet in the parking area behind Walker Arena and Hartz Field off Clarkson Avenue. Contact Marianne Hebert at 315-265-0756 or chair@adklaurentian.org.

Easy Street

MASSENA — Easy Street will perform on Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. for the Greater Massena Chamber of Commerce’s free Concerts in the Park at Springs Park, 434 South Main St. The concerts are sponsored by Alcoa and Arconic. Rain locations will take place at the ECUCofC, 39 Orvis St.

Friday, Aug. 4

Norfolk bicentennial

NORFOLK -- Town of Norfolk Bicentennial Celebration: 6 p.m., opening ceremonies with Norfolk Brass Firemen, Zappia Arena; 6 p.m., Lacey Stoddard, Memorial Garden Park; 7 p.m., Barn dance, with music by Playback, Zappia Arena; 8 p.m. – midnight, Recov’ry performs at The Coach Tavern; 2 – 8 p.m. – Book sale, Hepburn Library; 3 – 7 p.m. – Classic car show, Norfolk Fire Hall; 4 – 6 p.m. -- Kids Entrepreneurial Fair, Hepburn Library; 5 – 6 p.m. – Supper in the Park at Old Time Prices; Memorial Garden Park; 5:45 p.m., costume contest, costumes from early 1800s, Memorial Garden Park.

Lacey Stoddard

NORFOLK — Lacey Stoddard will perform during Norfolk Bicentennial Celebration as part of the Norfolk Concert Series on Friday, Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. in Norfolk Memorial Garden Park on Main Street. Free; donations are accepted. Donate, info: Norfolkconcertseries.com; norfolkconcertseries@gmail.com or 315-244-7787.

SFM band

WADDINGTON — The SFM band will perform Aug. 4, 6:30-10:30, at Waddington Homecoming at Island View Park rain or shine. SFM, one of the region’s premiere party bands, plays the “guilty pleasure” songs from the 80’s and other standards. Line-up includes: Ben Todd (vocals, guitar), Scott Colby (drums, vocals), Matt Gayle (bass and vocals) and Bill “Tracer” Tracy (lead guitar, steel guitar and vocals). Info: Waddington Concert Series website and Facebook page. Bring a chair.

County Fair underway

GOUVERNEUR — The Gouverneur and St. Lawrence County Fair returns this year from Aug. 1-6 at the fairgrounds at 85 E. Barney St. This year’s fair will feature country recording star Dylan Scott, the popular demolition derby, fairway rides, animal exhibits, chainsaw carving demos, horse shows, livestock competitions, 4H and FFA shows, talent contest, live music, food, Rossaire’s Royal Racers and Eudora Farms Animals from Around the World. For a complete fair schedule visit https://www.gouverneurfair.net/images/Docs/Fair%20Schedule.pdf .

Plein Air festival

MORRISTOWN – Morristown Public Library is hosting the 2023 Bell Gale Chevigny Plein Air Art Festival on Aug 3-6 with a gala silent auction on Sunday, Aug. 6 from noon-3 p.m. at Bella-Brooke Vineyard and Winery in Hammond. A 50-50 raffle to benefit the library will also be held. Info: 315-375-8833.

Canton reunion

CANTON — Canton High School Class of 1981’s 42nd reunion is Aug. 4 and 5. The group will gather Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. at Partridge Run Golf & Country Club, 70 Sullivan Dr. Donation: $10. On Aug. 5, class members visit The Lodge @ Dreaming Tree Ranch, 185 Wilkinson Rd., Potsdam, at 3 p.m. The pool and trails will be available. Dinner is 5-6 p.m. Open to other CHS classes 7-10 p.m.Donation: $20. RSVP: timboprey@yahoo.com.

Waddington Homecoming

WADDINGTON — Waddington’s Annual Homecoming Weekend, with the theme “Heroes vs. Villains: The Ultimate Showdown!,” on Thursday, Aug. 3 through Sunday Aug. 6. Friday, Aug. 4 — 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Book Sale at the Waddington Hepburn Library; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Bossy Bingo ticket sales at BlueWater Redemption; 10 a.m. Pet Show at Island View Pavilion; 12 p.m. Teddy Bear Picnic at Waddington Beach; 1 p.m. Sand castle contest at Waddington Beach; 1-4 p.m. musueum open house; 6 p.m. Opening ceremony at Island View Park, followed by music by the Six Foot Midgets, food vendors, beer tent & wine slushies available. https://www.facebook.com/WaddingtonHomecoming .

Karaoke, Hearts drawing

HEUVELTON — Amvets Post 1997, 107 State St., will host Friday Night KC Karaoke 6-9 p.m. and a Queen of Hearts drawing at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4.

Canton-wide sales

CANTON — Canton town and village wide garage sales will be Aug. 4, 5 and 6. Visit Cantonny.gov/chamber for a list of sales.

SFM concert

WADDINGTON — Local rock band SFM will perform at the 14th annual Waddington Concert Series on Aug. 4 at Island View Park from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Free, but donations are accepted. Info: Waddington Concert Series website and Facebook page.

Class of 1983 reunion

POTSDAM —The Potsdam Sandstoners Class of 1983 is holding a 40th year reunion Friday and Saturday, August 4-5. The weekend will kick off at Maxfields on Friday evening at 7 p.m. On Saturday evening everyone will meet at the Cactus Grill and Cantina at 7 p.m. Respond on Facebook if you jplan to attend or have questions: “PCS Class of 1983 40th Reunion”

Saturday, Aug. 5

Norfolk bicentennial

NORFOLK -- Town of Norfolk Bicentennial Celebration: 10 a.m., parade, West Main Street to Zappia Arena; 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., vendor fair, with Chinese auction and Lena the Lizard Lady, Zappia Arena; 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., carnival rides, inflatables, pony rides & food trucks, Zappia Arena; noon – 2 p.m., touch-a-truck, Zappia Arena; 6 p.m., Atom Ghost, Memorial Garden Park; 9 p.m., fireworks, Raquette River Golf & Country Club; 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., book sale, Hepburn Library; 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., town-wide garage sales; 11 a.m., cornhole tournament, Memorial Garden Park; 1 p.m., bingo, Memorial Garden Park; 2 – 4 p.m. – piano layer Jarrett Larson, Memorial Garden Park; 2:30 p.m., horseshoe tournament, Memorial Garden Park.

3D archery shoot

NORFOLK — A 3D archery fun shoot will be held at Norfolk Rod and Gun Club, Cemetery Road, Saturday, Aug. 5, There will be 15 targets, twice around. Registration is from 8-10 a.m. Cost: $10 adults, 17 and younger shoot for free.

Fishing tournament

HEUVELTON – James J. Anson Fishing Tournament is Saturday, Aug. 5 starting at 7 a.m. at Heuvelton Boat Launch. Registration: $30 for 12 and older, free shirt if pre-registered by July 17; $12 for children under 12, $15 for free shirt with pre-registration. Register at Ansonfishingderby@gmail.com; include shirt size. Cash payment can be made on derby day via Venmo @Kristin-Anson2020, or via Facebook pay to Kristin Anson. Biggest fish win prizes. Silent auction, 50/50 raffle.

Homecoming continues

WADDINGTON — Waddington’s Annual Homecoming Weekend, with the theme “Heroes vs. Villains: The Ultimate Showdown!,” on Thursday, Aug. 3 through Sunday Aug. 6. Saturday, Aug. 5 — 8-10 a.m. breakfast American Legion Post; 9 a.m. 5K walk/run at town beach; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. library book sale; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. craft show at town hall square; 9:30 a.m. no octane go karts on Geneva Street; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. quilt show at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. car show at Island View Park, petting zoo and pony rides at Island View Park, sidewalk art at Island View Pavilion, museum open house at Old Town Hall; 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Bossy Bingo ticket sales at BlueWater Redemption; 11:30 a.m. Bossy Bingo-cow release on Main Street; 11 a.m. diaper derby Island View Park, chicken barbecue at fire department; 12-3 p.m kids craft project at The Gallery; 12:30-2 p.m. Amy Mayette performs at the pavilion; 3-4 p.m. Heuvelton Stompers at pavilion; 2:30 p.m. pong tournament on Main Street; 3-8 p.m. North Country Crusaders walking Main Street; 5 p.m. parade line-up on Linden Street; 6 p.m. parade starts on LaGrasse Street; 7-9:30 p.m. Dad Bods at the pavilion; 7:30 p.m. raffle drawing at pavilion; dusk, fireworks in Whittaker Park. https://www.facebook.com/WaddingtonHomecoming .

County Fair underway

GOUVERNEUR — The Gouverneur and St. Lawrence County Fair returns this year from Aug. 1-6 at the fairgrounds at 85 E. Barney St. This year’s fair will feature country recording star Dylan Scott, the popular demolition derby, fairway rides, animal exhibits, chainsaw carving demos, horse shows, livestock competitions, 4H and FFA shows, talent contest, live music, food, Rossaire’s Royal Racers and Eudora Farms Animals from Around the World. For a complete fair schedule visit https://www.gouverneurfair.net/images/Docs/Fair%20Schedule.pdf .

N-N class reunion

NORWOOD — The Norwood-Norfolk class of ‘73 will hold its 50th reunion on Aug. 5 at the American Legion on Maple Street in Norwood from 5-10, the event fee is $15 per person. Appetizers will be served & music will be provided by DJ Jeff Yette. Info: Marsha Palmer Deon at marshadeon@hotmail.com.

Caped Lake Monster

WADDINGTON — The Gallery at Lake Saint Lawrence Arts, 14 Main St., will host the kids program “Larry the Caped Lake Monster - Hero or Villain?” in the carriage way on Saturday, Aug. 5, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Donations accepted. Materials supplied. Register: 315-308-4410, lakesaintlawrencearts@gmail.com, www.facebook.com/lslarts.

Bat Bonanza

RENSSELEAR FALLS — Indian Creek Nature Center will host Nature in Flight - Bat Bonanza Saturday, Aug. 5, 7:30–8:30 p.m. Attendees will discuss bat topics and learn how bat detectors work, and why they’re important for many different science applications. This program is part 4 of the Nature in Flight series sponsored by Nature Up North, Nicandri Nature Center, Cornell Cooperative Extension, and Indian Creek Nature Center. Info: info@natureupnorth.org, @natureupnorth on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

Car wash

POTSDAM — The Potsdam United Methodist Church Youth will hold a car wash on Aug. 5, 1-3 p.m. All donations will benefit the local food pantry.

Golf tournament

BRIER HILL — Brier Hill Volunteer Fire Company’s Annual Golf Tournament will be Aug. 5 at Langbrook Meadows. Registration 9 a.m. Tee off is at 10 a.m. $75 a person including skins; includes cart, golf, hamburgers and hot dogs at turn, dinner after, and prizes. Info, register a team: Bobbie Jo, 315-528-8218, or Mitch, 315-276-5792.

Round the Islands race

COLTON – Higley Association’s Annual Round the Islands Canoe (Kayak/SUP) Race is Aug. 5 at the Higley Flow/Brookfield Boat Launch Beach, off Pine Rd. 4 miles; 1 mile race for 14 and younger. Registration 9 a.m. Race 10 a.m. All models of canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddleboats can be used, with classes for each. Cost: $10 adults, $5 youth. Pedal boat races run after. Awards for first three finishers in each class. Info: 315-262-2141, higleyrace@yahoo.com.

Forest bathing walk

HERMON – A forest bathing walk at Lazy River Playground and Retreat Center, 456 Lazy River Road, will be offered Aug. 5, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $30 per person. Register through website lazyriverplaygroundandretreat.com or call 860-488-1895. Hosted by Lazy River Forest Therapy. Sarah Pickard, certified Forest Therapy Guide through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT), will lead the walk.

Canoe/kayak/SUP race

COLTON — The Higley Association’s Annual Round the Islands Canoe/Kayak/SUP Race will be Sat., Aug. 5, at Higley Flow/Brookfield Boat Launch Beach, Town of Colton, off Pine Rd. Main race is 4 miles, with a 1 mile race for youth 14 and under. Registration begins 9:00 a.m. Race 10:00 a.m.; Family-friendly event with a class for every model of boat; $10 adult, $5 youth. Just for fun Slalom Pedal Boat races at end. Awards for first 3 finishers in each class. Contact Peggy L. Mousaw for info: 315-262-2141 or email higleyrace@yahoo.com.

Atom Ghost

NORFOLK — Atom Ghost will perform during Norfolk Bicentennial Celebration as part of the Norfolk Concert Series Saturday, Aug. 5 at 6 p.m. in Norfolk Memorial Garden Park on Main Street. Free; donations are accepted. Donate, info: Norfolkconcertseries.com; norfolkconcertseries@gmail.com or 315-244-7787.

Plein Air festival

MORRISTOWN – Morristown Public Library is hosting the 2023 Bell Gale Chevigny Plein Air Art Festival on Aug 3-6 with a gala silent auction on Sunday, Aug. 6 from noon-3 p.m. at Bella-Brooke Vineyard and Winery in Hammond. A 50-50 raffle to benefit the library will also be held. Info: 315-375-8833.

Teen plein air

MORRISTOWN – Morristown Public Library will host a Teen Plein Air event Saturday, Aug. 5, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for artists 14-17 years old. Art materials to create a landscape painting of Jacques Cartier State Park will be provided. Teens should sign up with either Morristown art teacher Jim Murray or the library; live in or have family live in town; and show an earlier completed artwork to attend. Lunch provided. Applications by July 20. Info: 315-375-8833.

Book sale

MORRISTOWN – The Morristown Public Library will hold its annual book sale on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at 200 Main St.

​​High Falls Loop hike

WANAKENA – The Laurentian Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club will hike the High Falls Loop via the Leary Trail Saturday, Aug. 5. This is a classic Adirondack all-day hike of 13.5 miles beginning in Wanakena. Moderately strenuous. A hiking pole is recommended to make beaver dam crossings easier. Contact Holly & Neil Woodworth at hswoodworth@gmail.com, 315-848-2953.